Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., better known as DDG, is lashing out at brands he claims have distanced themselves from him following explosive abuse allegations made by his ex-girlfriend, actress and singer Halle Bailey. The rapper and YouTuber took to Twitch this week to vent about what he calls a sudden shift in corporate loyalty, declaring war on the industry that once embraced him.
“Yeah. I wanna be transparent with y’all. It’s a whole lot of brands switching up on me right now,” DDG told fans during a live Twitch stream. “I want you brands to know all this s**t over with. I’m charging y’all quadruple tax.”
This fiery message follows a devastating court ruling that stripped DDG of custody rights to his infant son, Halo, amid mounting allegations of verbal, emotional, and physical abuse.
Halle Bailey Granted Full Custody of Baby Halo After Accusing DDG of Ongoing Physical, Emotional, and Financial Abuse
On May 14, 2025, court documents obtained by Page Six confirmed that Halle Bailey, the 24-year-old star of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, was granted temporary sole legal and physical custody of her and DDG’s one-year-old son, Halo.
Bailey, whose award-winning career has catapulted her into global stardom, made harrowing allegations in her court filing, claiming that DDG’s abusive behavior began during their relationship and escalated after their breakup.
“Darryl has been and continues to be physically, verbally, emotionally, and financially abusive towards me. I am seeking orders to protect myself and our son Halo from his ongoing abuse,” she wrote in the filing.
A judge sided with Bailey and issued a restraining order against DDG, barring him from coming within 100 yards of both Bailey and Halo until a final decision is made at the upcoming June 4 hearing. DDG currently has no custody or visitation rights unless specifically approved and supervised by the court.
Disturbing Allegations of Violence: Tooth Chipping, Hair-Pulling, and a Shattered Doorbell Surveillance Camera
Bailey’s attorneys introduced a jaw-dropping roster of alleged incidents, painting a portrait of relentless and escalating abuse. Among the most gruesome accounts, Bailey described a January 2025 altercation where she alleged DDG attacked her while buckling their son into an auto seat.
“We fought each other, wrestling and tussling. At one point, Darryl was pulling my hair. He then slammed my face on the steering wheel, causing my tooth to get chipped,” she recalled. “I then stopped fighting back as I was in a lot of pain.”
Photographs of Bailey’s alleged injuries form part of the court documents.
In yet another fight in March 2025, Bailey testified that DDG became angry after she would not allow him to leave and play Halo since the baby was unwell. She claims he threatened her verbally outside her house and trashed the Ring doorbell cam when he saw it had a recording. Bailey then reported the brawl to the authorities shortly afterward.
These incidents, combined with DDG’s history of alleged financial and emotional manipulation, were the basis of Bailey’s emergency protection and sole custody request.
Bailey Seeks to Restrict DDG’s Parental Privileges: No Traveling, No Passports, and No Out-of-State Custody
With the restraining order and sole custody, Bailey’s petition also included a string of legal requests to limit DDG from participating and making the marches in their son’s life.
Among her demands:
- DDG cannot take Halo out of Los Angeles County under any circumstances
- DDG is prohibited from applying for a passport or travel documents on Halo’s behalf
- If he is granted supervised visitation, he must provide Bailey with full travel plans, including an open ticket for her in case Halo is not returned.
Bailey made it clear she does not trust DDG with unsupervised time or mobility regarding their child.
From Sponsorship Darling to Corporate Pariah: DDG Claims Brands Are Dropping Him and Vows Revenge With “Quadruple Tax”
In the middle of this legal firestorm, DDG resurfaced on Twitch not to defend himself against the abuse allegations but to call out brands that have allegedly cut ties with him in the wake of his custody loss.
“It’s a whole lot of brands switching up on me right now,” DDG told viewers. “I want you brands to know all this s**t over with. I’m charging y’all quadruple tax.”
While he did not name specific companies, industry insiders say several fashion and tech sponsors have paused or terminated ongoing collaborations with the influencer-rapper.
The backlash is not surprising. DDG’s clean-cut, YouTube-to-mainstream appeal made him a profitable brand partner. However, the court allegations have made him too controversial to touch, especially as public sentiment shifts in Bailey’s favor.
The Silence Is Deafening: DDG Has Yet to Deny the Abuse Allegations Publicly or Offer a Rebuttal to Bailey’s Court Filings
Despite his Twitch rants and overall allusions to having been “switched up on,” DDG still hasn’t commented publicly on the outright abuse allegations. There hasn’t been a denial, apology, or comment from his attorneys at the time of writing.
This silence is notable, especially considering the severity of the claims and the publicized nature of the controversy. Remaining uncharacteristically silent is coming across as either chilly aloofness or quiet hysteria, with fans and critics both waiting with bated breath to hear what, if anything, DDG will say next.
Next Stop: June 4 Courtroom Showdown That Could Permanently Redefine DDG’s Relationship With His Son
The June 4, 2025, hearing date is the soonest the case will be heard. The court will determine whether or not to maintain existing restrictions on custody, alter them, or render them permanent.
Legal experts hold that unless DDG brings forth substantial evidence denying Bailey’s allegations or shows improvement through court-ordered conduct assessments, he faces the possibility of losing visitation and custody on a temporary or permanent basis.
The fallout would also reach his career, brand strength, and public personality status.
What Does The Public Think?
As DDG loses his mind, Halle Bailey receives praise for her grit and will to rescue her son. Fellow celebrities and fans have overwhelmed her Instagram with congratulatory messages, referring to her as a survivor and a wild mom.
At the same time, DDG’s painstakingly constructed image as a digital success story is starting to unravel. Unless he confronts the allegations squarely with facts and accountability, his silence could do more harm than any brand could.
